Analysis of Human Tear Proteins in Children: A Pilot Study to Describe the Tear Film Proteome of Pediatric Patients Undergoing Ophthalmic Examination.

University of Colorado, Denver1 site in 1 country2 target enrollmentJanuary 2007

ConditionsEye Disease

Overview

Phase: Not Applicable
Intervention: Not specified
Conditions: Eye Disease
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver
Enrollment: 2
Locations: 1
Primary Endpoint: Proteome of Human Tears
Status: Completed
Last Updated: 13 years ago

Overview Investigators Eligibility Criteria Outcomes Sites Similar Trials

Overview

Brief Summary

The significance of our study is in the importance of understanding the quality and quantity of proteins in the human tear film, and any unique aspects of tears in children. This pilot study will provide data to plan prospective research to better delineate the utility of tear proteins in diagnosing and following disease status in a non-invasive fashion.

Registry

clinicaltrials.gov

Start Date

January 2007

End Date

June 2009

Last Updated

13 years ago

Study Type

Observational

Sex

All

Investigators

Sponsor

University of Colorado, Denver

Responsible Party

Sponsor

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

•Less than 18 years of age
•A parent or legal guardian provide written informed consent to participate
•Able to cooperate with tear sample collection, or a previously planned sedation for other medical purposes